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Belgian Museum of Freemasonry

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Collection of books & artifacts related to the fraternal organization displayed in a former hotel. People often mention museum, interesting, Jewish, exhibition, guide, nice, exhibitions, culture, ressant, visit,


Address

Rue de Laeken 73, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Website

www.mbfm.be

Contact

+32 2 223 06 04

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (217 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 11 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 5 PM

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: museum (32) interesting (16) Jewish (12) exhibition (11) guide (8) nice (7) exhibitions (7) culture (7) ressant (7) visit (6)
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  • 2/5 Barb L. 4 years ago on Google • 227 reviews
    Small museum has many interesting articles of the freemasons. The $2 audio guide which is available in 3 languages is very helpful. Without it the museum would not be worth visiting as there is no historical information throughout the museum. Items in the cases have an article description for example 28: death certificate. The items are neat but just looking you can complete the museum in under 20min. The audio guide explanation is extremely dry and hard to stay focused on when it's so uneventful. If it's included in your Brussels card take a look but if not I would give this museum a pass. $6 for entry and another $2 for audio guide. Lady at the counter was very sweet.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Karla M. 2 years ago on Google • 13 reviews
    I honestly don't understand the positive reviews. The museum consists of ~5 rooms with random objects from the masonry world and no historical information whatsoever - the few bits of description are only available in FR/NL. We paid 10€ and spent less than 30min inside, and it was a waste of money.
    11 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tobi 4 years ago on Google • 140 reviews
    Ein nettes kleines Museum. Der Eintritt kostete 6 Euro. Die Ausstellung war sehr interessant. Leider gibt es den Audio Guide nur auf Englisch Französisch oder Niederländisch. Sonst wärs perfekt gewesen. Trotzdem 5 Sterne.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Hailey S. 1 year ago on Google • 163 reviews
    Informative museum with a lot of artefacts, not very big
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Madeline S. 4 months ago on Google • 133 reviews
    I came just to visit the shop and get a gift for my father who is a Mason. The gentleman at the desk seem surprised that I didn't want to visit the museum. They had lots of different books and other things like postcards (which I didn't see on the website so it was a nice surprise). It was very quiet, I don't think anyone else was in the museum.

  • 5/5 L R. 5 years ago on Google
    Staff was very nice and helpful. Lots of art. Amy Winehouse exhibit wasn’t there when I visited, I would have liked that exhibit.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paweł K. 5 years ago on Google
    Very interesting and authentic, rare chance for a glimpse into masonry world
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 laurent 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful exhibition on the Jewish community, to do for this part! For the various other exhibitions it remains to be worked on, the house is beautiful and has great potential. (Original) Belle exposition sur la communauté juif, à faire pour cette partie ! Pour les divers autres expositions cela reste a travailler encore la demeure est belle et a un gros potentiel.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Peter G. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Entering the museum is an experience in itself. The metal detector is unfortunately a sad result of a cowardly attack. I was fascinated by the permanent collection. First floor was graced with religious Jewish music that immersed me. Temporary exhibition about superheroes was not my thing. The Moroccan exhibition on the upper floor also cost me some trouble. In both cases, the presentation was well thought out. A big compliment for this. (Original) Museum binnenkomen is al een belevenis op zich. De metaaldetector is helaas een triest gevolg van een laffe aanslag. De vaste collectie hield me in de ban. Eerste verdieping werd opgeluisterd met religieuze joodse muziek die me onderdompelde. Tijdelijke tentoonstelling over superheroes was niet mijn ding. Ook de Marokkaanse tentoonstelling op de bovenverdieping kostte me moeite. In beide gevallen was er goed nagedacht over de presentatie. Een dikke pluim hiervoor.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Francois �. 1 year ago on Google • 84 reviews
    Interesting museum. I would like to do their guided visited of the city of Brussels. I would like to know more about the guilds of Brussels and free masonry

  • 4/5 Ionel T. 5 years ago on Google • 32 reviews
    It's a static museum, with many information, about personalities. It should be more interactive, with sounds, video...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andreas R. 1 year ago on Google • 17 reviews
    A very intimate, but well defined visit into the World of the Free Masons. The exhebition is rather Short, but that is not something that you feel when walking around artifacts and old books. A visit Worth it for the Atmosphere alone! (And the Free Masons Coffeecup!)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marta R. 1 year ago on Google • 53 reviews
    Super insterestig small museum in the center of Brussels. Totally recommend it!!!

  • 5/5 Pierre L. 5 years ago on Google
    Ok
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sonia o. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great place, too bad the museum is small. (Original) Super endroit, dommage que le musée soit petit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Charles D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Generally friendly and well designed temporary exhibitions. Various subjects. Permanent collection less attractive, but useful for learning the basics of Jewish culture. (Original) Expos temporaires généralement conviviales et bien conçues. Sujets variés. Collection permanente moins attractive, mais utile pour apprendre les rudiments de la culture juive.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peter S. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely.would recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 ABO A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wizard (Original) ساحر
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David C. 3 years ago on Google
    Well detailed and interesting exposition
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wyl 4 years ago on Google
    It was a spectacular experience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 michael w. 6 years ago on Google
    Currently closed for renovations (June 2017). I was very surprised to turn up and see the museum closed and two armed soldiers guarding outside. It would be helpful if the museum website could tell visitors when it will be re-opening.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Morten Juhl-Johansen Z. 5 years ago on Google
    A very fascinating and open exhibition of items for the Freemasons. I recommend this to anyone with an interest in the subject.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Dac O. 2 years ago on Google
    basic, nice but not worth a lot of money. 20 min visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Farcas D. 1 year ago on Google • 36 reviews
    I enjoyed my time here, but it took me 2 house to get across all the expositions, so be aware.

  • 5/5 Mark S. 4 years ago on Google
    A wonderful, informative museum with great art! I’m so glad I stopped by. Definitely worth your time.

  • 4/5 Soraya 4 years ago on Google
    Many stairs, with a selected information about the life of the jews and maroc

  • 4/5 02 A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Worth the detour (Original) Vaut le détour

  • 1/5 Geert L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) INCREDIBLY UNRESPECTIVE WELCOME AND DEFINITELY NOT FOR DUTCH LANGUAGES, STAY AWAY! 🤮🤮🤮 (Original) ONGELOFELIJK ONBESCHOFT ONTHAAL EN ZEKER NIET VOOR NEDERLANDSTALIGEN, BLIJF ER WEG!🤮🤮🤮

  • 4/5 Joffrey Z. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It’s important to spend time visiting the place, it’s full of history and humanity. Several exhibitions are presented. On the ground floor in the first building, there is a contemporary exhibition (painting, painting). On the upper floors, it's the Jewish exhibit. This exhibition is divided into different points; Culture ; life ; people ; values ​​; overseas. The second building is for temporary exhibitions, that's fine but there is a lack of depth, of content. Pay attention to the cleanliness of the premises (lots of dust). (Original) Il est important de consacrer du temps à visiter le lieu, il est chargé d’histoire et d’humanité. Plusieurs expositions sont présentées. Au rez-de-chaussée dans le premier bâtiment, il y a une exposition contemporaine (tableau, peinture). Dans les étages supérieures, c’est l’exposition juive. Cette exposition se partage en différents points ; la culture ; la vie ; les gens ; les valeurs ; outre-mer. Le deuxième bâtiment est pour les expositions temporaires, c’est bien mais il y a un manque de profondeur, de contenu. Attention, à la propreté des lieux (beaucoup de poussières).

  • 4/5 Michele M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place of Jewish culture where you can understand and appreciate the different aspects. (Original) Un luogo di cultura ebraica dove si può capire ed apprezzarne i differenti aspetti.

  • 3/5 Nicole K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Gives you a small insight into Jewish culture. (Original) Geeft je een klein inzicht in de joodse cultuur.

  • 5/5 Gitta Q. 5 years ago on Google
    Great friendly people #supersweet and motivated boss #Thankyou

  • 3/5 Jan H. 5 years ago on Google
    Expo Amy Winehouse. Quite limited expo. Not so great value for money

  • 4/5 curioso c. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A must see with a very well documented guide, allow at least 2 hours, free on the first Sunday of the month (Original) A voir absolument avec un guide très bien documenté,prévoir min 2 heures, gratuit le premier dimanche du mois

  • 1/5 Stef V. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) So outdated. Really unattractive and not that friendly. (Original) Zo verouderd. Echt onaantrekkelijk en niet zo vriendelijk.

  • 5/5 David G. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful museum with fascinating exhibits sharing Belgian Jewish culture. Also some interesting art pieces. While we were there there was a special exhibit of photography that was excellent, so I expect the usually have interesting special exhibits.

  • 5/5 Inna S. 6 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    The museum is worth visiting, Small in size, but very informative and well-presented.

  • 4/5 Walvis S. 4 years ago on Google
    Moving displays. Good temporary shows.

  • 5/5 KiRi K. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place, breathing with history.

  • 5/5 Safaa Z. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I really appreciated, the guide was very complete and very clear. Thank you for visiting this morning. (Original) J'ai beaucoup appréciée, le guide à été très complet et très claire. Merci pour la visite de ce matin.

  • 5/5 Pierre F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting Jewish museum to see if you are passing through the Belgian capital. This place is full of incredible wealth (Original) Musée juif très intéressant à aller voir si vous êtes de passage dans la capitale belge. Cet endroit regorge d'une richesse incroyable

  • 1/5 Alexandre C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Without interest (Original) Sans intérêt

  • 4/5 Caroline B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice but the reception average (Original) Chouette mais l accueil moyen

  • 5/5 Denis D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Pleasant and very educational museum. Super interesting. Lovely staff. To discover. Hymn to tolerance and respect. (Original) Musée agréable et très didactique. Super intéressant. Personnel charmant. A découvrir. Hymne à la tolérance et au respect.

  • 5/5 anne-marie v. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting (Original) Très intéressant

  • 5/5 Raphaël A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting (Original) Très intéressant

  • 3/5 Annick en D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) This museum has concrete plans to move to a more modern building. We can only applaud that. Now our visit left us a bit hungry. Especially the temporary Lewy exhibition was beautiful. Small is beautiful. The upper floors showed various (permanent) exhibitions, including one on Jewish rites / holidays. This one was quite interesting, but the setup was very museum style from a distant past. But we are sure this will be better in the new museum. The reception was correct. Not a negative experience like some reviewers had here. (Original) Dit museum heeft concrete plannen om te zich in een moderner gebouw te gaan vestigen. Dat kunnen we alleen maar toejuichen. Nu liet ons bezoek ons toch wat op onze honger zitten. Vooral de tijdelijke Lewy tentoonstelling was mooi. Klein maar fijn. De bovenverdiepingen toonden diverse (permanente) tentoonstellingen, waaronder een over de joodse riten/feestdagen. Deze was best interessant, alleen was de opzet wel erg museumstijl uit een ver verleden. Maar we zijn er zeker van dat dit in het nieuwe museum beter zal zijn. De ontvangst was correct. Geen negatieve ervaring zoals sommige reviewers hier hadden.

  • 5/5 RWS A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting and educational (Original) Interessant en leerrijk

  • 5/5 Annemarie C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Interesting museum, handsome building too. Only now not accessible for wheelchair patients I think. You must inquire! (Original) Interessant museum, ook knap gebouw. Alleen nu niet toegankelijk voor rolstoel patiënten denk ik. Moet je navragen!

  • 2/5 Fabrice S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Obsolete (Original) Désuet

  • 5/5 Silvera M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice museum! Too bad it is closed (confinement) we can contemplate artists or subjects that touch on Jewishness and its history. (Original) Très beau musée ! Dommage.qu il soit fermé (confinement) on peut contempler des artistes ou des sujets qui touchent a la judaïté et son histoire.

  • 5/5 Janne B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Shalom (Original) Shalom

  • 1/5 El amraoui s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I have a jewish artifact that I would like to evaluate if possible I send You have the picture (Original) لديا قطعة أثرية يهودية أود تقييم لها إذا كان ممكن أبعث لكم الصوره

  • 2/5 Hanna P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) a museum which is above all designed for school visits. Not very interesting and very general information for individual visitors. Some beautiful works of painting on the 1st floor. (Original) un musée qui est avant tout aménagé pour des visites scolaires. Peu intéressant et informations très globales pour des visiteurs individuels. Quelques beaux œuvres de peinture au 1er étage.

  • 5/5 Carol C. 6 years ago on Google
    Loved learning about the emigration experience throughout the history of Brussels. Excellent museum!

  • 3/5 Ouled jilali L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good (Original) Bien

  • 1/5 Cambier A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Videos, writings, more writings and videos ... then sometimes, an object of the time. Then, I saw a family of Jewish people there taking a group photo with all smiles and thumbs up in front of the wall of the deportees' photos, I have no words! (Original) Des vidéos, des écrits, encore des écrits et des vidéos...puis parfois, un objet d'époque. Puis, j'y ai vu une famille de personnes juives prendre une photo de groupe tout sourires et pouces vers le haut devant le mur des photos des déportés, je n'ai pas de mots!

  • 5/5 Antonio C. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) They still haven't understood anything that God is Love (Original) Ancora non hanno capito niente che Dio è Amore

  • 4/5 Nicolas P. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very interesting exhibitions on various aspects of Jewish culture and (also more recent) Jewish history in Belgium. Security checks at the entrance are even stricter than those at the airport, which has unfortunately been necessary since there was a fatal terrorist attack there. When you get in there is a friendly welcome. The museum itself is small and manageable, when I was there there were only a few visitors. So you can let the exhibits take effect in a devout atmosphere. However, the whole ambience also looks a bit dusty. A refresh and a move away from the predominant display of objects behind showcases would be desirable, as there are many new approaches today. There is a display of many interesting books on the first or second floor, but you have to buy them elsewhere. (Original) Sehr interessante Ausstellungen zu diversen Aspekten der jüdischen Kultur und (auch neueren) jüdischen Geschichte in Belgien. Die Sicherheitskontrolle am Eingang sind noch strenger als die am Flughafen, das ist leider notwendig, seitdem es dort einen tödlichen Terroranschlag gab. Wenn man reingekommen ist, gibt es aber einen freundlichen Empfang. Das Museum selbst ist klein und überschaubar, als ich da war gab es nur wenige Besucher. So kann man in andächtiger Atmosphäre die Exponate auf sich wirken lassen. Allerdings wirkt das ganze Ambiente auch etwas verstaubt. Eine Auffrischung und ein weg von der überwiegenden Darstellung von Objekten hinter Vitrinen wäre wünschenswert, da gibt es doch heute viele neue Ansätze. In der ersten oder zweiten Etage gibt es noch eine Auslage vieler interessanter Bücher, kaufen muss man sie sich aber woanders.

  • 4/5 Tijl Op de B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very fascinating tour. We have had a very varied and open view of Judaism. The stereotypes have been largely refuted. The guide was very open to questions and stories. Definitely recommended as a school trip! (Original) Zeer boeiende rondleiding. We hebben een heel gevarieerd en open beeld gekregen van het Judaïsme. De stereotypen zijn grotendeels weerlegd. De gids stond heel open voor vragen en verhalen. Zeker aan te raden als schooluitstap!

  • 2/5 Alfredo Carlos Solana L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I did not like it very much. The one who sells the tickets was grumpy, as if angry with life. (Original) No me gustó mucho. El que vende los ticket estaba malhumorado, como enfadado con la vida.

  • 5/5 Christiane D. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice exhibition on American superheroes and their origin ... (Original) Très belle expo sur les super héros américains et leur origine...

  • 5/5 Gunter L. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great exhibition about Judaism, also very interesting special exhibitions. (Original) Tolle Ausstellung über das Judentum, auch sehr interessante Sonderaustellungen.

  • 4/5 Talia S. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) very nice (Original) מאוד נחמד

  • 4/5 Mimi A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Intéressant👍👍 (Original) Intéressant👍👍

  • 4/5 Mikael F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super interesting exhibition. (Original) Expo super intéressante.

  • 4/5 Alain O. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very interesting exhibition on superheroes and especially their authors (Original) Une expo très intéressante sur les superhéros et surtout leurs auteurs

  • 4/5 Durgashankar R. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place


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    • ✓️ Assisted listening devices
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom

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